FEMA has approved $1.2 million to help the city of Spanish Fork repair its water pipeline and damaged embankments. The funding is part of a major disaster declaration by President Biden issued in response to the Spanish Fork River flooding in 2023.
News, Media & Events: Utah
Preparedness Tips
Floods happen in Utah not only during spring runoff but can occur year-round. Summer thunderstorms producing heavy rain can result in flash floods while normal rain events over areas affected by wildfire can result in conditions prone to flooding and mudflow for several years. A few inches of water in a 1,000-square foot home could cost more than $10,000 in repairs and replacement of personal possessions and homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover most floods. Remember it does not take a lot of water to cause a lot of damage. Learn more about protecting your home or business with flood insurance.
Wildfires can also occur any time of year and should no longer be thought of as just a problem in the mountains. The devasting Marshall Fire in Colorado proved both these points in late 2021. Creating defensible space, using ignition resistant construction techniques and taking generally preparedness steps will help keep your family and community safe.
Press Releases and Fact Sheets
Across the nation, more than 19 million people ‘Dropped, Covered and Held On’ during the Great Shakeout earthquake drill last week. This is a great time to remember the threat of earthquakes and take actions to minimize your own risk.
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FEMA has approved more than $9.3 million in hazard mitigation funding to improve stormwater drainage and flood diversion infrastructure along Box Elder Canyon between Mantua and Brigham City, Utah.
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PDFs & Multimedia
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Utah — Risk Rating 2.0 — New Methodology vs Old Methodology Narrative 2025
Utah — Risk Rating 2.0 — State Profile 2025
Utah — Risk Rating 2.0 — ZIP Code Breakdown 2025
Utah — Risk Rating 2.0 — County Breakdown 2025
Draft Environmental Assessment for City Creek Water Treatment Plant Resilient Water Quality and Supply, EMD-2021-BR-063-0016, March 2024
Final Environmental Assessment including FONSI signed 12/15/2023 for Long-Term Sustainability for Provo’s Water Supply, EMD-2021-BR-063-0001, December 2023
Utah; FEMA-4752-DR
Report on Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) information for FEMA-4752-DR; Utah as a result of flooding during the period of May 1-27, 2023.
Suspension Notice November 30, 2023
Draft Environmental Assessment for Long-Term Sustainability for Provo’s Water Supply, EMD-2021-BR-063-0001, September 2023
Public Notice for Long-Term Sustainability for Provo’s Water Supply, EMD-2021-BR-063-0001, September 2023